Cancer and diabetes Cases Surge Across South Korea, Raising Public health Concerns
Seoul, South Korea – October 11, 2025 – A dramatic rise in both cancer and diabetes diagnoses over the last decade is prompting urgent calls for increased preventative healthcare measures in South Korea.Recent data reveals a meaningful surge in cases across all age groups, with a particularly alarming doubling of diabetes diagnoses among young people. Together, the number of major cancer surgeries performed nationwide has increased substantially, straining healthcare resources and raising concerns about long-term public health impacts.
The escalating trend, confirmed by analysis of national health insurance claims and hospital records, underscores a growing health crisis fueled by lifestyle factors, an aging population, and perhaps, environmental influences.Experts warn that without proactive intervention, the burden on the nation’s healthcare system will become unsustainable, and the quality of life for a growing segment of the population will be severely compromised. The Ministry of Health and Welfare is expected to announce a extensive review of national health programs next month,focusing on early detection,preventative education,and improved access to care.
